For example, how would you like to own a Portland, Oregon Elks Convention Mug from 1912? Or a 1907 postcard of the Elks Home in Atchison, Kansas? Or an engraved, 1946 Elks Zippo lighter originally presented to a returning serviceman? All of these items and more were recently available by auction via eBay, at starting bids ranging from $1 to $50 or higher.

And that's not all. Looking for an easy fundraising idea? Why not put a few items from your own lodge up for auction? eBay is the world's largest auction site, with literally millions of users all around the world. Items that might never sell locally can get snapped up quickly by eBay's eager buyers, sometimes at very attractive prices.

It's easy to get started. Simply click the "Find It" button on the eBay graphic at the top of this page. Once you're on eBay, select the "Sign In" link and you can register your name and email address, etc. As an added bonus, the Elks will earn a small commission for every member who registers by following this link, even if you don't ultimately make a purchase.

The recently-redesigned Elks.org shopping site also features shopping links to a variety of other online vendors, including Amazon.com for books and CDs, Outpost.com for electronics, and OfficeMax.com for office supplies. The Elks earn a small commission for all purchases originating from the Elks.org web site, so this can be an easy, inexpensive way to support the Order financially.

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